Oregon Coast News - October 9, 2009
Daily news and sports coverage for the Oregon coast plus a variety of guides and directories useful to Oregon residents and visitors.
Seals & Sea Lions
Die-offs of Seals and Sea Lions along the West Coast this year is being blamed on an upwelling of warm water in the Pacific Ocean caused by an El Nino effect. Officials with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) says the upwelling has disrupted the ocean’s food chain which is resulting in starvation among the Seals and Sea Lions.
Oregon had hypoxia again in 2009, but as winds died down, so did low oxygen
The Pacific Ocean off Oregon again experienced low-oxygen waters near the seafloor in summer of 2009, but the winds that fuel annual upwelling abated sufficiently in August and September to avoid severe hypoxia and the threat of biological “dead zones,” according to scientists. Oregon State University researchers, who have been monitoring the near-shore waters with help from colleagues ranging from NOAA fish surveyors to Oregon crabbers, say this season’s hypoxia area was “about average” in size and duration in comparison with recent years. The oxygen level got as low as 0.5 milliliters per liter in early August off Newport and Cape Perpetua, which is at the cusp of being classified as “severe,” when the winds eased.
Water Front Mural Restoration
Restoration work of the Water Front mural in the public parking lot (Lot G) on the south side of Anderson between Bayshore and Broadway will commence Friday October 9, 2009. The restoration work will include painting. To protect vehicles from overspray the parking lot will be closed periodically during the restoration process. Closure times and dates are as follows: Closed 10 p.m. Thursday, October 8, 2009 until approximately 7 p.m. Friday, October 9, 2009 (south half of the parking lot only). Closed 10 p.m. Saturday October 10, 2009 until approximately 7 p.m. Sunday October 11, 2009 (entire parking lot). Closed intermittently starting Monday October 12, 2009 until the restoration is completed (south half of the parking lot only). Restoration work is dependent upon weather conditions. The work is expected to take 2 weeks. Contact the City of Coos Bay Public Works and Development Department at (541) 269-8918 should you have questions.
Water Board
No more rate adjustments are seen within the near future at the Coos Bay – North Bend Water Board. General Manager Rob Schab they’re involved in several capital improvement projects, but the Board of Directors planned ahead, and the utility is “ahead of the curve.” Schab estimates the projects should be able to meet the future water capacity needs of the community. That’s good news for those who pay the water utility in the Bay Area. Some of the improvements include a new 50,000 gallon storage tank in the Shorewood Area off Marine Drive north of North Bend. It replaces a 50-year old 30,000 gallon tank made out of redwood. “The new tank has better integrity and is made of better material.” The Water Board is also currently in a pre-design analysis for an upgrade to the Pony Creek Treatment Plant next to the utility’s offices on Ocean Blvd. in Coos Bay. The $11 million project will raise the plant’s capacity from 8 million gallons a day to 12 million gallons. “It should take care of the demand for the next 10 to 20 years.” A study is also underway for the possible development of hydro-electric power from the Upper Pony Creek Dam. Schab says that could help run some of the Water Board’s equipment as well as adding additional electricity to the local power grid. The final project involves improving office space for customer service and accounting. The main building was built in 1968 and Schab says they have outgrown it with more employees and newer electronics in use. The estimated upgrading cost will be about $155,000.
ODA officials encouraged by low gypsy moth count
For the fifth time this decade, the number of gypsy moths annually trapped in Oregon is in single digits. Despite placing approximately 12,000 traps statewide, the Oregon Department of Agriculture recorded only six detections of gypsy moth, following last year's total of 12 detections. In 2002 and 2006, ODA was able to take a break from spraying for gypsy moth. Previously, it was back in 1990 the last time ODA had not conducted a gypsy moth eradication project. By finding gypsy moths as soon as possible and quickly eliminating breeding populations, ODA has successfully prevented economic and environmental losses to Oregon, either by restrictive quarantines on commodities or by the loss of foliage and even trees due to expanding gypsy moth populations. Results in recent years are a far cry from 25 years ago, when some 19,000 gypsy moths were trapped in Lane County alone. Despite very few detections this summer, gypsy moth remains a constant threat to Oregon. ODA will continue its vigilant trapping program in 2010. This year's six detections took place in Portland in Multnomah County (three moths), Aurora in Clackamas County (two moths), and Clackamas in Clackamas County (one moth).
SCINT
A request by Coos Co. Parole and Probation Thursday morning in Coos Bay led to the discovery of crystal meth packaged for sale in an Recreational Vehicle and the arrest of a 46-year old male. According to a news release from the South Coast Interagency Narcotics Team (SCINT), a telephonic search warrant was obtained about 11:30 a.m. for the RV parked at 2470½ 34th Street. Kery K. Huff was located at the site and along with the meth, narcotics officers also seized scales, U.S. currency, tally sheets and drug paraphernalia. Huff was charged with Parole Violation and Manufacture, Delivery and Possession of a Controlled Substance Methamphetamine. He was transported and lodged in the county jail at Coquille with bail set at $125,000.
Coho season extended on Clackamas, Sandy and Eagle Creek
Anglers will have some extra time to take advantage of the new three-fish coho bag limit on the Clackamas and Sandy rivers and Eagle Creek. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife announced this week that it is extending the coho season on these streams through the remainder of the year. Prior to the rule change, the coho season had been set to expire Oct. 31 on the Clackamas and Sandy rivers and Nov. 30 on Eagle Creek. “With the large coho run this year area hatcheries will easily meet brood stock needs and there will be plenty of fish for anglers to take advantage of,” said Todd Alsbury , district fish biologist for ODFW’s North Willamette Watershed. “This is a good year to get out and try to catch a coho.” The larger run, coupled with the late arrival of fall rains means the coho will be holed up in watershed longer than usual this year, according to Alsbury, who noted that in most years the coho migration winds down by the end of October. This year biologists believe the run may last well into November.
Quake
A 2.9-magnitude earthquake shook the Pacific Ocean floor just off of Cape Mendocino, CA early Friday morning. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the quake was recorded at 3:34 a.m., 48-miles south to southwest of Eureka, CA.
OIMB 2009 Fall Lecture Series
The Oregon Institute of Marine Biology in Charleston will host its fall series of lectures on Fridays at 3:30 p.m. in the OIMB Boathouse Auditorium. October 9th, Dr. Lorenzo Ciannelli, (Oregon State University). "Density-dependent and density-independent spatiotemporal dynamics in marine fish populations." Please park on Boat Basin Road and walk down to the OIMB Boathouse. Call 888-2581 for information or email oimb@uoregon.edu.
Kathy Tiger exhibit
Eugene artist Kathy Tiger is now exhibiting at the Coos Art Museum through December 5. The exhibition titled The Elder Series: Simple Things focuses on women and aging. In watercolors and drawings a group of elder Quaker women provide the subject matter for the artist’s exploration of the deeper definitions of “beauty”. Kathy Tiger’s exhibition opens in conjunction with the Museum’s Fall Fling for the Arts Fundraiser. A special opening reception will also take place on October 9 from 5 – 7 pm consecutively with the reception for the Bay Area Artists Association Regional Juried Exhibition.
Artist reception
The Bay Area Artists Association (BAAA) and Coos Art Museum invite you to attend the opening reception for the Bay Area Artists Association Regional Juried Exhibition. The reception will be held Friday October 9 from 5 to 7 pm. The opening reception is free and the public is cordially invited. The exhibition can be viewed at the museum from October 9 through December 5. The Bay Area Artists Association is an organization of over 100 artists living and working on the Southern Oregon Coast. They are celebrating their 17th anniversary this year. A long-standing South Coast art tradition, the BAAA Regional Juried Exhibition presents current works in a wide range of media and styles. This year’s exhibition features 89 works by 58 talented Oregon artists.
Charleston FD Open House
"Stay Fire Smart! Don’t Get Burned!" FIRE STATION OPEN HOUSE, Food, fun and games, • Friday, October 9th 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., • at Barview Fire Station (92342 Cape Arago Hwy). • Hamburgers, Hotdogs & chips will be served; • Fire Safety & Equipment Demonstrations; • Activities for the kids including: a JUNIOR FIREFIGHTER CHALLENGE; and a kid’s bouncer; • Fire Prevention literature and video programs will be available. Come and meet Freddie the Fire truck.
NB Fire Open House
As part of Fire Prevention Week, the North Bend Fire Hall on McPherson Ave. will hold an open house on Friday, Oct. 9th, 5-8 p.m. with a barbecue offered.
OCVA Forum
A panel discussion on local tourism will be held on Friday, October 9th, 10 to 11:30 a.m. in McKenzie Hall at the Bandon Dunes Golf Resort. The Oregon Coast and Visitor’s Association Business and Tourism Forum is billed as “an open conversation
about the perceptions and realities of Oregon’s tourism and hospitality industry as it relates to the business environment in Oregon. This is your opportunity to hear from and interact with tourism and business leaders as they address the important topics facing our local area and the state.” Moderators: Scott West, Travel Oregon and Rebecah Lutz, Oregon Coast Visitors Association. Panelists: Hank Hickox, Bandon Dunes, Joe Benetti, Benetti’s Italian Restaurant, Steve McCoid, Oregon Restaurant Association, Larry Becker, State Parks, Jeffrey Bishop, Port of Coos Bay, Dr. Patty Scott, Southwestern Oregon Community College, Mike Lehman, Airport Board, and Julie Miller, Bandon Chamber of Commerce.
Folk Society Sing-Along
The South Coast Folk Society will host a public sing-along on Sunday, October 11, from 4-6PM. The location for this free songfest is Unity By The Bay at 2100 Union Avenue in North Bend. Join us in singing a variety of contemporary and classic songs from the popular “Rise Up Singing” songbook. Newcomers, and all ages and voices are welcome. Instrumental accompaniment is provided. Children are welcome when accompanied by an adult. The Second Sunday Sing-Along is a free public event occurring on the second Sunday of every month from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at Unity By The Bay in North Bend. The November Sing-Along will be on Sunday, November 8. For more information contact Robert Cribbins at 267-3760.
Charleston Fire Station dedication
The Charleston Fire District in conjunction with the Charleston Volunteer Firefighter’s Association invite all to attend a dedication ceremony on Sunday, 12:30 p.m., October 11, 2009 for The Deputy Chief J. Malcolm Turkington Memorial Fire Station located at 90414 Metcalf Lane. Firefighters through donations and in-kind services to constructed a memorial area with a flag pole and improvements to the surrounding landscape and storm drain system. We believe this was a noble and worthy project that enhanced the downtown fire station and pay tribute to Reverend Turkington for his almost 45 dedicated years of service to the Charleston Community as both a Public Safety and Spiritual Leader. For additional information please contact Charleston Fire District at 541-888-3268 or check the web site at www.charlestonfire.net.
Transient camp
A 47-year old male was cited for Littering after a Coquille Police officer checked on a transient camp Wednesday, 8:12 p.m., south end of town. According to an entry on the police log, Alexander Richardson was cited for charged with Criminal Trespass and cited for Littering.
Fishing issue
A 16-year old male reported to Coos Bay Police Wednesday evening, 7:06 p.m., Empire Lakes off Ackerman, “subject attempting to get in a fight with him over a fishing issue,” according to an entry on the police log.
Burglary
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Wednesday, 4:21 p.m., 1100 block So. 10th St., a 30-year old female reported “residence entered an items taken.”
Wanted
A report of “possible location of wanted subject” resulted in the arrest of a 38-year old female on the 100 block of South Empire Blvd. in Coos Bay Wednesday morning. According to an entry on the police log, Kimberly McIntosh was wanted on a Coos Co. Sheriff’s Office warrant for Failure to Appear on an original charge of Reckless Endanger Another. She was also wanted on a warrant out of Reedsport for Failure to Appear on an original charge of False Information. She was transported to the county jail at Coquille.
Vehicles
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Wednesday, 10:58 a.m., 900 block Michigan Ave., a 19-year old female reported “theft from vehicle.” At 7:29 a.m., 1000 block Noble St., a 21-year old male reported “vehicle entered.” At 8:05 a.m., 900 block Noble St., a 65-year old male reported “theft from vehicle.” At 7:55 a.m., 900 block Noble, a 37-year old female reported “vehicle entered and items taken.” At 2:20 a.m., 200 block So. Wasson St., a 30-year old male reported “caught subject snooping around their vehicles.” On the North Bend Police log for 1:09 p.m., Virginia and Meade, “back pack taken from vehicle.”
Traffic stop
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for Wednesday, 9:17 p.m., 2100 block Meade St., 20-year old Dustin Ocobock, North Bend, cited for Driving Uninsured, warned for Defective Lighting (headlight) and Drive Wrong Way on One Way. “Officer standing by for insured driver to come and pick up the vehicle.”
WX
Mostly cloudy then clearing along the Oregon Coast Friday with patchy morning fog. Highs in the lower 60s to lower 70s and north winds 10-15 mph. Mostly cloudy tonight then becoming partly cloudy with lows in the mid 40s to lower 50s and northeast winds 10-15 mph. More of the same on Saturday, but sunny on Sunday.
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Marshfield rolled to a 20-0 lead over visiting Churchill Thursday night at Pete Susick Stadium in Coos Bay, but the Lancer rallied and tied the score with seconds remaining in the fourth quarter and beat the Pirates 21-20 on an extra point kick. It was the 5A Midwestern League opener for both teams. Marshfield got three touchdown runs by senior quarterback Kyle Tedder to stake out a three touchdown lead with 4:43 to go in the third, but Churchill came back behind the passing of back-up quarterback Spencer Savelich who threw for 202-yards including the tying touchdown. Nick Bell tied the score with :28 seconds remaining on a five-yard reception/run and then Sam Graham kicked the winning extra point. The Pirates fall to 3-3, 0-1 in the MWL, while the Lancers won their fifth straight (5-1, 1-0).
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It’s a match-up of the two favored teams in the 4A Far West League football race. North Bend (2-3) travels to unbeaten Douglas (5-0) tonight. The game will be broadcast live on “The Wave,” FM 105.5.
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The Coos Bay Lions Club’s annual middle school volleyball tournament gets underway today in the Bay Area with 32-teams competing. Matches are scheduled at the Pirate Palace at Marshfield High School and Sunset Middle School in the Empire District. The tournament ends on Saturday.
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South Coast Youth Football for 5th & 6th graders will be held at North Bend and Florence on Saturday. The North Bend games will begin at 9 a.m. and the Florence game at 11 a.m.
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North Bend frosh and sophomore football players will take on Marshfield’s freshman team at Pete Susick Stadium in Coos Bay on Saturday, 1 p.m.
Rodgers
Oregon State football player James Rodgers was named the Pac-10 Conference Offensive Player of the Week. The junior flanker had 10-catches for 114-yards and finished with 209-all purpose yards during the Beavers 28-17 win at Arizona State last Saturday. He leads the league with an average of 7.4-yards per catch and 93.2-yards per game.
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13th ranked Oregon plays at UCLA in Pasadena’s Rose Bowl on Saturday, while Oregon State hosts Pac-10 leader Stanford in Corvallis.
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Oregon and Oregon State’s volleyball teams are in the desert for Pac-10 Conference matches against the Arizona schools this weekend. Oregon State plays at Arizona on Friday in Tucson, while the Ducks are in Tempe to play Arizona State. They’ll switch opponents on Saturday.
Seahawks
Seattle quarterback Matt Hasselbeck is expected to return to the Seahawk line up Sunday at home against Jacksonville. Hasselbeck fractured a rib in week two at San Francisco.
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